TraciK69

Welcome I'm also pre-op and in Northern Virginia. You have a better idea when your surgery is than I do! Hopefully mine will be somewhere between mid-December and mid-January. As goofy as it sounds I like the idea of having it right around the new year - you know, new year new me. I'm working my way through all of the appointments and tests at this point. I'm also working on cutting out processed foods and reducing carbs as cbonet suggested.
Good luck!

Welcome I'm also pre-op and in Northern Virginia. You have a better idea when your surgery is than I do! Hopefully mine will be somewhere between mid-December and mid-January. As goofy as it sounds I like the idea of having it right around the new year - you know, new year new me. I'm working my way through all of the appointments and tests at this point. I'm also working on cutting out processed foods and reducing carbs as cbonet suggested.
Good luck!

Welcome I'm also pre-op and in Northern Virginia. You have a better idea when your surgery is than I do! Hopefully mine will be somewhere between mid-December and mid-January. As goofy as it sounds I like the idea of having it right around the new year - you know, new year new me. I'm working my way through all of the appointments and tests at this point. I'm also working on cutting out processed foods and reducing carbs as cbonet suggested.
Good luck!

Congrats!!

This is such an awesome story! I'm so happy for you

Not much changing except I am very tired of Protein shakes and the like. They were ok when I could chug them down, but sipping on them for hours is really wearing on me. Only a few more days to soft foods, so I'll deal with it. Weigh-in was 369 for a net loss of 56 lbs. It is encouraging to see that middle digit change.
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I went shopping today because I desperately needed pants that fit. I wasn't sure what would fit so I tried on 16's and they were too big. Then I tried on 14's and they were kinda loose. I thought just for jiggles I'd try on some 12's and they fit! I was so shocked I actually broke down crying in the changing room. I have always been good at keeping my emotions locked down tight, but in there at that moment, I totally lost it and started bawling and LOUD. The changing room attendant knocked on the door and asked if I was ok. It took me awhile, but I managed to get the words out that I was ok and that I had found out I was a smaller size than I thought I was. I'M sure she thought I had lost my ever loving mind, but for me, this is a monumental thing. I had been an overweight kid and an obese adult, my entire life! The size I put on and zipped up, I NEVER had been that size. The closest I had to being that size was a size 11 juniors in 4th grade, so here I am, over 30yrs later and I am finally smaller than I was in 4th grade. It was monumental. I also discovered why it's important to check the price tag before falling in love with a pair of pants because $115 for a pair of pants I probably won't get more than a couple months wear out of was just too much, so I had to put them back. Broke my heart, but I did go on to find other 12's and some 14's that worked and I am officially not plus sized anymore. I can shop in the regular section with all the cute clothes!❤️ From 32/34 and some 36 down to a size 12 in less than a year...all I can say is wow! Thanks RNY for giving me a life I didn't know was attainable!

Two mile walk today. Could not have done that three months ago.
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Skipped a day, because nothing new happened on Thursday. Today had a couple of milestones: the drain was removed, which was an unusual experience. Also hit 50 total pounds lost, which is 25% of my primary goal.
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Got the call today!!!! Approved, Surgery class on the 19th of Sept. Surgery on the 29Th, never been so scared in my life.

Also there is The Weight Loss Surgery podcast that is done by a certified family nurse practitioner who specializes in weight loss surgery. It can be found on the web at www.weightlosssurgerypodcast.com or on iTunes at https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/weight-loss-surgery-podcast/id662443588?mt=2 . I have found it really interesting though I've only made it through the first few episodes so far.

Swelling is down, drain has nearly stopped. Took advantage of feeling better to get a solid nap. Also did better with intake today.
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It's hosted by a good friend, Reeger Cortell. She's AWESOME!

Also there is The Weight Loss Surgery podcast that is done by a certified family nurse practitioner who specializes in weight loss surgery. It can be found on the web at www.weightlosssurgerypodcast.com or on iTunes at https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/weight-loss-surgery-podcast/id662443588?mt=2 . I have found it really interesting though I've only made it through the first few episodes so far.

Loving Finding Elizabeth, Watch Adriane Shrink and SmilinsShrinking

Poor girl must have something wrong with her eyes. Probably a facial tic.
Bless her heart...
--and YOU, young lady (melbell2222)-- do NOT make faces!!! Do you want your face to get stuck like that????? (OMG! I'm my mother!!! :0 )

Thank you all!
I am now down 118.8 pounds and only 4.6 from goal!
OMG
So crazy!

@@ellsmayy
Tough love warning here........YOU MUST STAY FULLY HYDRATED! No matter how badly you don't want to eat or drink anything it is a necessity. You will likely end up with complications if you don't take control now.
The more dehydrated you get, the less you want to drink and eat. This is because dehydration causes nausea, headache, weakness and if you let it go long enough.....it can be life threatening.
The first thing you need to do is get your fluids in and then you need to focus on Protein.
Your doctor is also right about Protein is very necessary for healing so you need to figure out what will work for you.
Of course in this moment you will regret your surgery but honestly you are not doing your part to make yourself well. You will continue to feel crappy until you begin to get your fluids in.
If you continue to go without protein, you will not heal properly and the potential is there for your hair to fall out among other things. You already have an infection so you need to follow the doctors plan for you.
This is not to be mean, but what were your expectations following surgery? You had to know that you would be required to drink fluids and protein for a long time to come.
I do understand it is hard and also most of us cannot come remotely close to 64oz of Fluid in the first week but we certainly can do better than 1/2 cup of Water.
You will feel better quickly when you start drinking Water and protein.
I wish you the best and hope you are able to start moving forward.

I'm 3 months as of 8/16 and I've only lost 48 pounds! I had a rough first 2 months so now I'm exercising and trying to play catch up!!
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How have u guys lost so much?
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So far I am 6 months out and lost 101lbs
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I suppose I'm just looking to share with others in my shoes. I'm 6 wks out today. I hit the dreaded 3 week stall I assume because the scale hasn't moved in 3 weeks. That's a long ass stall!
I just got home from a business trip in Vegas. My plan allows for crab meat and baked fish at this point and I figured I could share with my husband. It was SO much harder than I anticipated. I had the expected difficulties with wanting to eat steak and all the other wonderful things that got me to bariatric surgery. I did not expect that I couldn't eat anything!! My stomach is not ready for fish or crab. I tried two bites, chewed well and hurt for hours. I was so discouraged. I had Protein Bars packed and ate those, but I really struggled to get any significant Protein or calories in. I wanted to cry. I was so mad at myself for having this surgery! All this and the damn scale hasn't moved in 3 weeks! How do you not lose weight on 600 calories a day max?
Then I went to the spa for a massage. And for the first time in years, I was able to wear the regular robe out the locker. The attending didn't have to discreetly get me a "different robe." Such a small thing, but it made such a big difference in my attitude.
I wish my sleeve was healing faster. I wish I could tolerate a larger variety of foods. But, I know its going to get better. And it's going to be worth it.

Starting weight 342 on 6/8/16
Surgery weight 326 on 6/22/16
Current weight 292 on 8/3/16

OMG, My Surgery was just approved by insurance! I'm soooo excited and happy.

I had BPD/DS 3/19/2001 with Dr. M. Gagner. I feel great everyday & have no issues. I function normally everyday. Eat whatever I want in small portions & take my Vitamins. The only problem I suffer with is Constipation. There is no reason, to worry about minor problems. I've just celebrated 15 years! Good Luck!

How about paint your TOEnails. I bet many of us had a hard tie reaching their toe before surgery.